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The first Sikh soldier to guard Buckingham Palace without a bearskin

London, Dec 2 : The British army's first Sikh soldier allowed to wear a turban rather than a bearskin on ceremonial duties has suffered abuse from his colleagues over his headgear and his refusal to

PTI PTI Updated on: December 02, 2012 17:28 IST


Traditionalists in the Scots Guards say the allowances made for Bhullar will make the whole company look ridiculous to tourists and onlookers. The regiment traces its origins back to 1642 and its soldiers have worn bearskins on parade since 1832.





According to the daily, it was initially approached by serving non-commissioned officers based at Wellington Barracks, who were angry that the MoD had compromised centuries of history for the sake of one soldier.

The soldier's father has spoken of his pride and condemned the bullies.
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